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2 injured after Belmont Plateau shooting
Police say approximately 200-300 teenagers and people in their early 20s were gathered at Belmont Plateau when shots were fired around 1:30 a.m. - hours after the park closed.
PHILADELPHIA - Another large gathering of Philly teenagers ended with a night of violence as law enforcement continues to try and crack down on unruly crowds across the city.
Police say approximately 200-300 teenagers and people in their early 20s were gathered at Belmont Plateau when shots were fired around 1:30 a.m. - hours after the park closed.
Two victims were transported by private vehicle to the hospital. A 19-year-old woman shot in critical condition with shots to the back and shoulder and 20-year-old man shot in the leg. He is said to be in stable condition.
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The woman told police the double shooting erupted when a dark-colored car pulled up, told them to leave, then opened fire.
No arrests have been made, and no weapons recovered. An investigation is underway.